Presentation
Stéphane LARROQUE
France
https://www.stephane-larroque.com/
Photographs
I am a passionate photographer who has always divided my time between Toulouse and the Pyrenees, where my family roots lie. The Pyrenees have long been my favorite playground.
Photography entered my life almost by chance. After my film camera was stolen, I bought my first DSLR as a replacement. It didn’t take long for this discovery to become a true passion.
I naturally gravitated toward nature photography, as it best reflects my personality. I believe we photograph best what we truly love, and I feel more at home in wide open spaces than among crowds. After spending the day in an office, photography is the perfect excuse to recharge and escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
A lifelong dreamer, I enjoy taking the time to observe, reflect, and let my mind wander.
Exposition
When people think of the Pyrenees, they often picture towering peaks and alpine lakes. Yet the mountains are also home to countless wild valleys shaped by water. Since childhood, streams and mountain torrents have held a special place in my life. Their presence draws me in, soothes me, and still guides my steps today.
While many hikers pass quickly through these valleys on their way to higher ground, I have chosen to explore them slowly. Over the seasons and years, I have discovered an extraordinary diversity of landscapes and a quiet richness that deserves to be brought into the light.
This exhibition is an invitation to follow the course of the water and discover the beauty of these valleys, which have become a true refuge for me.
Galerie
